Chest Pain Differential Dx
Crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm: Caused by blockage of a coronary artery
Heart attack/myocardial infarction
Name two organs in the thoracic cavity that are responsible for perfusion.
lungs, heart
Vomiting blood of "coffee grounds" and low BP can be signs of this emergency
Gastrointestinal bleed
Open chest wounds should be covered with an __________ dressing.
occlusive
What is the most-watched YouTube video of all time?
"Baby Shark Dance" by Pinkfong
Stabbing pain in a specific area of the chest; caused by a blockage of vasculature in the lung(s)
Pulmonary Embolism
This organ can rupture following endoscopic procedures or aggressive vomiting
esophagus
Unilateral flank pain can be a sign of a ________ stone.
kidney
A _______ injury occurs when two or more ribs are broken in two or more places
Flail Chest
What is the stage name of Stefani Germanotta?
Lady Gaga
Tearing chest pain radiating to the back. Systolic BP difference of greater than 20 mmHg
Aortic Dissection
This organ is in the RLQ, is attached to the large intestine, and may need to be removed if it becomes inflamed.
appendix
In any postpubescent and premenopausal female patient, the possibility of _________ should be considered.
Pregnancy
________ results when two or more ribs are broken in two or more places.
Crepitus
A group of what animal is known as a prickle?
Porcupines
Unilateral pain w/ diminished lung sounds, skin pallor, weak pulse, and low BP
Tension pneumothorax
This organ is a solid organ in the RUQ and can be damaged by excessive alcohol consumption.
Liver
Inflammation of this organ, which stores bile, can cause RUQ pain that is exacerbated by palpation
Gall bladder
______ is the grating sound created when broken bones rub together.
Crepitus
What is the name of Bart Simpson’s teacher on The Simpsons?
Ms. Krabappel
Sharp pain with low bp and difficulty breathing possibly: preceded by blunt force trauma of possibly pericarditis infection (common in intravenous drug users)
Cardiac Tamponade
This organ is located in the LUQ, produces white blood cells, and can bleed excessively if it ruptures.
Spleen
Infection of the ___________ tract can cause pain above the pubic bone as well as septic shock.
urinary
________ is the term for an open wound of abdomen characterized by protrusion of intestines through abdominal wall. It should be covered wit a moist sterile dressing and plastic.
Evisceration
Where were french fries invented?
Belgium